How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%92+50.2Reliability 24%91+22.1Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%7+0.5Craft & service penalty95−0.5Experts Score= 86Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.86SCOREScott's Automotive Services Inc
Des Moines, IA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #320Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 687 auto repair shops · 4.9★ from 454 Google reviews
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Customers hired Scott's Automotive Services Inc for 8 kinds of job.
Scott's Automotive Services Inc for auto engine diagnostic
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I love talking lingo with you guys. It’s pretty fun. You guys are pretty great so far so good with the car. I’ll let you know if anything‘s wrong lol
Incredibly friendly staff and great customer service. These people really prioritize their customers and make sure they can make everything work on time. Pam especially is extremely nice and knowledgeable and feels like a family friend helping you out with car trouble. Highly recommend these guys if you need anything worked on with your car!
Awesome work and effective communication
My Ford went to Scott’s Automotive Service Inc. for an inspection, diagnostics, and a leak test. The overall service was excellent. They provided a detailed online inspection report that clearly explained any issues found and how severe they were. Throughout the process, they kept me updated and communicated every…
Pam was awesome to work with and talk to. They got our vehicle in first thing in the morning and was clear on the issues. Very great and easy to work with.
Everyone was very professional new what they were talking about and let me know what was going on !
Scott's Automotive in Des Moines, Iowa did a great job on our Chevy Colorado, a lot of overdue maintenance and repairs. We drive it a lot of miles every day and it is running great. They were also very flexible with scheduling and had extremely helpful office staff.
Awesome crew, serviced a work truck for us in Des Moines. Thanks Scott's Automotive!
Scott's technicians were very knowledgeable and thorough. They had to figure out an electrical problem that another repair shop didn't know how to deal with. They were helpful and trustworthy.
I was recommended by a friend for "Scott's Automotive Services Inc." and now have found mechanics that know what they are doing and very friendly and professional. I will be using them from now on for all my vehicles. I am very Happy their services.... and recommend them ..... Thanks Scott's Automotive, Chris My…
I wanted to express my appreciation to all the folks at Scott's Automotive, Dustin, Jason, Pam and the mechanics who worked on my vehicle. They were professional, letting me know when they could get me in and keeping there word about that. Getting work done in a timely manner and at a decent price. They fixed my…
Scott’s always seems to find time to get your vehicle into the shop in a timely manner to work on it. Have never had a problem with any of their work on our cars. We have been bringing our vehicles to them for years. Our cars, our son’s car and grandson’s car.
Had taken our car to a different shop but the work that ended up needing to be done was outside of their ability. Have known about Scott’s forever and I knew they could solve the issue. Car was diagnosed, Was decided car needed new engine. Pam sent me updated progress notes and advised what was being done. Went…
Scott's always does great on trouble shooting to find issue and very fair on pricing for repairs . Inspections shows all they find to what's needed and good.all done in a very timely manner .
Dustin thoroughly went through my vehicle to diagnose all of the things that needed attention. He was kind, professional and answered all my questions. Very happy with the service I received! Thank you Dustin!
They really did a good job on working on my car. Customer support was one of the best they care about the safety of their customer and the car. Even provide me some car knowledges and recommend me stuffs about my car. They are the peoples you can trust and rely on.
I was recommended to go to Scott’s, actually by a different shop. Scott’s team did a great job on our Silverado. The communication was great and the turnaround was quick. They did such a good job, when I went to pick up the truck, I dropped off our older Explorer for new tires and an alignment. Highly recommended!
Sensor/check engine so light came on. You fixed the problem … boom! Thanks guys.’
The staff here at Scott’s Automotive are very helpful and the atmosphere is great.
Always had great service at Scott’s. Always my go to and I can always trust the work is correct and not done half handed.
Shop is clean and inviting. Staff was friendly and knowledgable. I had a great experience and would recommend this repair shop to everyone.
It's running good, curious did you do something with the PVC valve problem, the check engine light was off.
My car slipped something on the interstate and i took it to a transmission place only to be told they couldnt find anything wrong and asked if i wanted to have it checked out by scotts, we never did find out what happened to the car but it works now 😂
Took my truck to 2 other mechanics even the ford dealership they told me motor and transmission was bad, Scotts had me up and running in about a week and couple days didn’t need a new motor or transmission saved me a ton of money truck runs great thanks for everything
Clean friendly and great service. Reasonably priced as well as paynent options! Love the staff! Will not take my vehicle anywhere else. Highly recommend!
Very pleasant, friendly, and efficient. Would recommend.
Customer service was great, helpful and professional. I’m thinking about making Scotty auto shop my permanent auto repair shop. Services was satisfactory.
Scott's automotive repair was wonderful. Justin diagnosed my truck's problem right away. This was after another mechanic had "fixed" everything except the real problem three times. Scott's was professional, listened to my concerns, and affordable. I will be returning to use them again for all my vehicle needs.
I highly recommend Scott's Automotive Services they are very knowledgeable, very professional-Super friendly- very detailed, And great communication also great prices!!! I will always take all my vehicles to them, and let everyone I know what a awesome experience I had!!! Thank you Scott's Automotive Service Team an award for Outstanding Service !!!
Experienced mechanical breakdown of alternator while on a return to Idaho. Needed to be in Mitchell, SD that evening to prevent major delays and problems. The service team was able to diagnose the problem, get the part and install an alternator before closing enabling me to get to Mitchell before eleven o’clock and…
AMAZING customer service!!! I have been using Scott’s for all of my cars for over 10 years!! They are easy to work with and repairs are done right in very little time. I refuse to go anywhere else!
Only place I will take both mine and my wife's vehicles. Very professional and always up front. I would recommend Scotts Automotive to everyone I know. Thanks again for a awesome job.
Great service!!! Was very informative of what needed done and cost.
I'd been without a vehicle for a bit. When Covid hit I lost my car. However prior to my last visit I always took my car to Scott's for service. They were professional and always seemed to have my best interests in mind. I don't mean cutting corners but if they found a way for me to save some money they always…
Very friendly and extremely professional! Our car developed engine trouble while passing through Des Moines. I called a few places that couldn't take a look at the vehicle until the next day. Scott's Automotive said they were also very busy, but told us to stop by anyway and they would take a look to see if the…
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Jobs customers hired them for
| Job | Reviews | Category typical |
|---|---|---|
| General repairs & maintenance | 63 | — |
| Oil change | 57 | — |
| Auto engine diagnostic | 37 | — |
| Tires | 28 | — |
| Vehicle Inspection | 27 | — |
| Brakes | 27 | — |
| Engine repair | 25 | — |
| Electrical repair | 22 | — |

